"Explain the timelines involved with patents"	Timelines are very important when it comes to patents, since if you get something in the wrong order you can lose your patent rights. Perhaps the most important rule is this: If you want to retain your foreign patent filing rights, be sure to file your US Patent first. We've prepared a helpful chart that explains the timelines assoicated with both US and foreign patents (one chart for Utility patents and one for Design patents). Helpful .pdf files Timelines and costs for provisional patents Timelines and costs for design patents   Next Question: How do I get started with a Provisional Patent Application? How do I get started with a Utility Patent Application? How do I get started with a Design Patent Application? Should I conduct a patent search first?
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